Question

Different countries have different greeting customs. Read this article to know more about the greeting customs in different cultures, and make sure you greet people in the right way next time you visit one of these countries.

France

French people greet each other with a handshake, but close friends kiss each other on both cheeks when they meet. They do this gesture when meeting and before leaving.

South Korea

In South Korea, it is a sign of respect for people to bow when greeting each other. In Korea, a bow is followed by a handshake. When shaking someone’s hand, it is polite to support the right forearm (前臂) with the left hand. However, South Korean women do not shake hands with Western men; instead, they bow slightly.

Brazil

Kissing women on the cheek is a common way of greeting. In a formal situation, a handshake is often done to show respect. Men should shake hands before and after meeting, and once they have become familiar with each other, a light hug is often given to each other.

Ghana

In a social situation, it’s polite to greet everyone in the room. A handshake is used in greeting, and one palm (手掌) must directly touch the other palm. It’s considered disrespectful to touch the back of the hand.

The Philippines

There are several ways of greeting people in the Philippines. An elderly person places his or her right hand on the forehead (前额) of a child to “bless” the latter. This is called “mano”. Relatives and family members greet each other with a kiss on the cheek. Friends greet each other with a polite nod or a handshake.

1.Mike kisses a French boy Jim on the cheek, they may __________.

A. meet for the first time

B. be close friends

C. be in a social situation

D. be in a formal situation

2.The underlined word “gesture” here means “__________” in Chinese.

A. 动作 B. 礼节 C. 准备 D. 尊重

3.In Brazil, it is very common to __________ between good friends.

A. shake hands B. kiss on the cheek

C. bow to each other D. give a light hug

4.Which of the following is NOT true about the Philippines?

A. Friends greet each other with a polite nod or a handshake.

B. An old man blesses a child by putting his right hand on the child’s forehead.

C. It’s impolite to touch the back of the hand when shaking hands.

D. In the Philippines family members can greet each other with a kiss.

5.The best title for the passage is “__________”.

A. Greeting customs in different cultures

B. How to behave politely

C. All the ways to greet people

D. Friends should greet politely

Answer 1